2007 BMW X3 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 959 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X3 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
